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Television, Film & Video Careers
Here is
some basic informational articles about video cameras and audio equipment.
Fundamental stuff you will be coming into contact with when starting your
career in this industry. Good information for home video-makers too!
How a Video Camera Works
Looking at how a professional video camera works, some of the components, the differences and similarities with consumer cameras. A camera's functions in a work environment.
Camera Shots and Their Uses
The basic camera shots and their general names in video. Helpful for script writing too! What the shots are sometimes used for, and hints on composition.
Audio
and MicrophonesWorking in a recording studio, A/V department, film or television crew, you will be using common microphones and an audio mixer. This is an introduction to basic audio tools.
How a Television Teleprompter Works
Ever wonder how a TV teleprompter works? It's simple really. So simple, that if you are handy with tools, you could probably even make one yourself, saving yourself big bucks!
Typical Camera Shots
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Terminology varies
between film and television, but the basic shots are very similar. Each shot
has general purposes and can be used to convey emotion or action.With the advent of wide screen TV, video now uses the same 16:9 aspect of film. This should be taken into consideration when composing the shots below, as it allows for more creative freedom.
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